Beveler - Track Torch Operator

North-Shore-Steel; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

North Shore Steel seeks an experienced Beveler - Track Torch Operator to produce high-quality beveled plate components using portable track torch equipment and oxy-fuel cutting processes. You will transform raw steel into production-ready parts while upholding safety, quality, and productivity standards.

The role requires strong blueprint interpretation, bevel geometry knowledge, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to read complex blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Experience producing precision bevels for weld prep.
• Familiarity with bevel geometry, tolerances and material characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate portable track torch beveling equipment for production runs.
• Lay out steel plate and determine bevel cutting positions.
• Verify material grade, thickness, dimensions and job requirements before processing.
• Ensure consumables and gases are available and functioning.
• Monitor cutting operations and adjust for quality and productivity.
• Coordinate with material handlers and crane operators for safe loads.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Oxy-fuel beveling

Quality inspection

Mathematics

Attention to detail

Tools

Track torch equipment

Measuring instruments

Job description

Beveler - Track Torch Operator

At North Shore Steel, precision matters. As a Beveller, you will play a critical role in supporting some of our most important customer relationships. The quality, accuracy, and consistency of your work directly impacts fabrication efficiency, weld quality, delivery performance, and customer satisfaction.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for producing high-quality beveled plate components utilizing portable track torch equipment and oxy-fuel cutting processes. You will transform raw steel plate into production-ready components that meet exact customer specifications while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

Success in this role requires a strong understanding of blueprint interpretation, bevel geometry, material characteristics, cutting parameters, and quality control. This is a highly skilled position best suited for an experienced steel processing professional who can work independently, maintain tight tolerances, and consistently deliver right-first-time results.

What You'll Own

Production Operations

• Set up and operate portable track torch beveling equipment for production runs.
• Lay out steel plate and determine proper positioning for bevel cutting operations.
• Verify material grade, thickness, dimensions, and job requirements prior to processing.
• Ensure all required consumables, gases, tips, and equipment components are available and functioning properly.
• Monitor cutting operations and make adjustments as necessary to maintain quality and productivity.
• Coordinate with material handlers and crane operators to safely load, position, and unload material while maximizing efficiency.

Quality & Precision

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, and production specifications.
• Verify bevel angles, dimensions, tolerances, and finished part quality against customer requirements.
• Utilize measuring tools including tape measures, levels, protractors, micrometers, and other inspection equipment.
• Adjust cutting parameters such as travel speed, gas pressures, torch height, kerf compensation, and tip selection to achieve required results.
• Identify quality concerns and take corrective action before parts move to the next stage of production.
• Consistently produce components that meet customer specifications and quality standards.

Equipment & Maintenance

• Perform daily operator inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
• Monitor equipment performance and promptly communicate mechanical or operational concerns.
• Work closely with supervisors and maintenance personnel to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Safety & Teamwork

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Safely work around overhead cranes, material handling equipment, hot materials, and cutting operations.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, maintenance personnel, and support departments.
• Support overtime requirements and other production activities as business needs dictate.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What It Takes to Be Successful

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating oxy-fuel beveling, burning, or plate-processing equipment in a steel fabrication, pressure vessel, pipe, shipbuilding, structural steel, or heavy industrial environment.
• Demonstrated experience producing precision bevels for weld preparation and fabrication applications.
• Ability to independently read and interpret complex blueprints, fabrication drawings, and production specifications.
• Strong understanding of bevel geometry, weld preparation requirements, dimensional tolerances, and material characteristics.
• Proven ability to adjust cutting parameters, torch settings, gas pressures, travel speeds, and consumables to consistently achieve quality results.
• Experience working with thick plate materials and maintaining quality standards on customer-critical work.
• Working knowledge of shop mathematics including fractions, decimals, measurements, and angles.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing right-first-time results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating Messer, Kinetic, or similar bevel cutting systems.
• Experience supporting customers with demanding quality requirements and tight delivery schedules.
• Knowledge of welding preparation requirements, fit-up practices, and fabrication workflows.
• Experience working within ISO-certified or quality-driven manufacturing environments.

Why North Shore Steel

At North Shore Steel, we build careers, not just jobs. Our team members work with industry-leading equipment, support critical customer projects, and play a direct role in delivering quality products safely and on time. If you take pride in craftsmanship, value teamwork, and enjoy producing precision work that matters, we'd like to talk with you.